MS HB1257

Allows students with asthma or anaphylaxis to possess and self-administer prescription medication on school property, school transportation, and at school-sponsored activities if prescribed for that student.

Requires parents to provide written authorization, liability release (except for wanton or willful misconduct), and a physician statement confirming the student's condition and medication details including name, dosage, timing, and duration.

Mandates that the physician's or licensed healthcare provider's statement be kept on file in the school nurse's office or principal's office.

Permits students to use medication before and after school activities while on school property, including at school-sponsored child care or after-school programs.

Allows schools to impose disciplinary action if a student misuses medication, but prohibits discipline from restricting the student's immediate access to their medication.